Groundwater Technical Specialist - 28957

Did you know that East Anglia has some of the finest semi-natural fens in Western Europe? These groundwater-fed wetlands are vital for biodiversity and water quality, yet they face constant threat. If you want to leave a legacy in the preservation of these unique ecosystems, consider joining us!

In East Anglia we want to create a diverse workplace where people are respected, valued and listened to. We’re all different, and by embracing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) we can become an equal opportunity employer where jointly we all grow and learn together.
It is our ambition to champion diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.

As a groundwater technical specialist, you will be conducting ecohydrological investigations to build on our knowledge of the water sources supporting each wetland. You will then develop sites specific monitoring strategies to collect valuable data on groundwater quality and quantity. In addition, you will utilise your expertise in hydrogeology to help designing monitoring networks for groundwater ecology, temperature, quantity, and quality.

You will be part of the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) programme and work collaboratively:

• within Environment Agency and external partners to implement the NCEA groundwater networks;
• to conceptualise groundwater sites, combining desk-based assessment and site visit;
• to initiate and project manage the installation and maintenance of groundwater sampling equipment;
• to deliver high quality, fit for purpose data and information to the public using our open data principles;

You’ll have a range of development opportunities and training will be provided.

You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan.

The team  

The post is part of the Groundwater, Hydrology and Contaminated Land team in East Anglia Area. We are responsible for providing technical and scientific expertise to our field and flood forecasting teams, and to a wide range of external stakeholders, all to protect the quality and quantity of groundwater

Experience/skills required  

You’ll need the technical skills to:
• be an experienced groundwater monitoring specialist
• have practical experience in groundwater monitoring and fieldwork
• be able to conceptualise groundwater environments in three-dimensions.

You’ll also demonstrate your:
• ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work
• excellent project/programme management skills
• analytical and data skills
• influencing and communication skills
• interpersonal and team-working skills
• proactive, self-motivated attitude that delivers quality outcomes
• ability to combine your people skills, and curiosity to collaboratively solve problems and identify innovative solutions
• effective engagement and motivation skills to collaboratively resolve conflicts
• ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritise your own work, manage projects and deliver effective outcomes

Ideally, you’ll be Chartered with an appropriate professional body, though this is not essential.

Please note: all applications must be made directly via the Environment Agency jobs recruitment portal. We do not accept CVs or applications outside of our recruitment system. Please click the apply externally link to view the full job advert, recruiting manager contact details and candidate pack.